Adopt a Dog

Finding a forever home is the most important journey our shelter dogs take. Our dedicated team works hard to ensure every pup in our care is healthy, happy, and ready for their next chapter. Take a look at the lovable dogs and puppies currently waiting for a second chance. By choosing to adopt from OCAP, you are not just changing a rescue pet's life—you are gaining a lifelong, tail-wagging best friend.
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Olivia

OLIVIA “Livie”
3 year old female Dutch Shepherd mix.

*She is a very sweet, gentle petite girl.
*She needs to be an only pet.
*She walks well on leash but will pull for the first few minutes.
*She is very affectionate and will melt into your lap.
* She is very playful and likes to play tag.

Contact Becca at (760) 669-8565 if interested in meeting her.
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Things to know when adopting an OCAP dog:

Dog Adoption Criteria:  ​

  1. Be at least 21 years of age.
  2. Provide identification (driver's license or State ID card) with current address.
  3. Ability to provide basic daily care and vetting annually and as needed.
  4. Provide consent of all adults in household or, if applicable, approval of landlord.
  5. Be willing to spend the time and money to provide for proper care of the pet.  This would include training, nutritional needs including food and water (not snow), appropriate indoor or outdoor shelter, medical care and annual vaccinations, and a license for dogs (per State law).
  6. All presently owned animals must have current vaccinations.
  7. Ability to provide a stable home environment free of abnormal stressors.
  8. Ability to accept that your dog is a life time commitment, not a temporary cute friend, and allow your dog to be your companion through the changes life can bring.  Your dog's home is by your side.
  9. Ability to provide the daily enrichment that a dog requires:  For example:  training, daily exercise, play time, and socialization.

Dog Adoption Fees:

  • Dogs aged 0 - 7 years old   ----   $150
  • Dogs aged 8 years and up  ----   $150
  • Senior to Senior Free Program:
    Dogs aged 8 years and up are free to approved adopters aged 60 years and up.  All Adoption Criteria applies.

**(Some dogs may have a reduced fee if they are part of an adoption program or event, or sponsored.)

Dog Adoption Package Includes:

  • Spay or Neuter
  • DHPP/L Vaccine
  • Rabies Vaccine
  • Health Check by a veterinarian
  • Parasite Screening and treatment if needed, including Lymes and Heartworm Screen
  • Microchip
  • Three week trial period
  • Free Grooming and/or Nail Trimming Coupon with Ginger Clark of Ontonagon
  • One year Subscription to OCAP’s Biannual Newsletter
  • A life-long companion offering unconditional love!

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Fill out our adoption application to get the process started! This helps us learn a bit more about your lifestyle and ensures we make the absolute best match for both your family and our animals.
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